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Kelsian lifts half-year profit and revenue, holds interim dividend steady

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  • Kelsian posted double-digit revenue and profit growth, with net profit after tax rising 62%.
  • The company maintained an 8.0 cent fully franked interim dividend as net tangible assets per share increased.
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Kelsian lifts half-year profit and revenue, holds interim dividend steady

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The latest announcement is out from Kelsian Group Limited ( (AU:KLS) ).

Kelsian Group Limited reported an 11% rise in revenue to $1.19 billion for the half year to 31 December 2025, with statutory net profit after tax up 62% to $32.4 million and underlying NPATA up 32%. The group’s improved earnings, reflected in double-digit growth across EBITDA, EBIT and net profit metrics, highlight stronger operating performance and margin expansion.

The board declared a fully franked interim dividend of 8.0 cents per share, matching the prior interim payout, and maintained its Dividend Reinvestment Plan for investors in key markets including Australia, New Zealand and the U.K. Net tangible assets per share increased to 41.09 cents from 33.22 cents, signalling a stronger balance sheet and providing additional support for ongoing shareholder returns and future growth investment.

The most recent analyst rating on (AU:KLS) stock is a Hold with a A$4.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Kelsian Group Limited stock, see the AU:KLS Stock Forecast page.

More about Kelsian Group Limited

Kelsian Group Limited operates in the transport services sector, generating revenue primarily from its passenger and related operations. The company focuses on providing contracted and commercial transport services across multiple regions, supported by capital-intensive assets that contribute to its net tangible asset base and underpin shareholder returns through dividends and reinvestment options.

Average Trading Volume: 421,068

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: A$1.08B

See more data about KLS stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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